Murtala Muhammed International Airport Reviews 2017

Murtala Muhammed International Airport derives its name from the fourth military ruler of Nigeria: Murtala Muhammed. The airport in Lagos also called Lagos Airport or LOS and originally named Lagos International Airport traces its roots to World War II when it was first constructed. It’s the major airport serving the state of Lagos in Nigeria.

According to Murtala Muhammed International Airport reviews, Murtala Muhammed International Airport 2 is the “second cleanest facility in Lagos State.” In our Murtala Muhammed International Airport reviews, we take a look into one of Nigeria’s airports, the condition of their facilities and establishments, airport background history, location and how to get there, and what people have to say about their stay at LOS.

Reviews – What People Are Saying

Out of 39 Murtala Muhammed International Airport reviews, Murtala Muhammed International Airport got a 3 star out of 10 rating; the most recent Murtala Muhammed International Airport reviews being negative. Here is what one of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport reviews writers wrote: “Lagos Airport cleanliness was horrible. Check-in time was outrageously long. Check-in hall was not air conditioned. Lounge was fine. Customer service was fine, not great though. WiFi is not secure. Flight info boards are incorrect. when I flew South African Airways last year our flight was late but the board said “On Time” – overall airport was poor.”

Others “wouldn’t recommend the airport” after their horrible experience as LOS waiting area wasn’t air conditioned, check-in counters asked for money, some places were unlit, and there were no shopping or WiFi services.

Aesthetics

Murtala Muhammed International Airport’s composed of two terminals set close together: MMA1 terminal and MMA2 terminal operated by the Government and Bi-Courtney respectively. At the arrivals area, the customer service desk can help with tourist information and accommodation booking.

There are a few bars and restaurants – Barcelos, Double 4, Mr Biggs, The Promise, Things Remembered, Village Kitchen – at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, as well as Duty Free shopping at the international terminal though the latter has “limited” options. Free WiFi is available at the airport’s departures area. Other services are banks, car rentals, a post office in the international terminal, and showers.

Directions

It’ll take approximately 30 minutes to drive from central Lagos to Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Take the westward Ishaga Road or Akanro Street, joining the Apapa Oworonshoki Express Way to access LOS.

Located 5 minutes from the airport are the following hotels: Golden Tulip Essential Lagos Airport Hotel, Ibis Lagos Airport, and Smridu Hotel.

Location – Traffic – Service

Located in the largest city of Nigeria, Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria, Murtala Muhammed International Airport serves Ikeja, Lagos, and Lekki. LOS serves as a hub for Aero Contractors, Arik Air, Med-View Airline, and Air Peace, and is served by a number of other international airlines flying to points all over the globe.

In 2015, Murtala Muhammed International Airport handled 6,700,000 passengers on two long runways.

Murtala Muhammed International Airport needs a lot of work to improve their ratings but travellers can have a reasonably acceptable stay if they make the most of their surroundings and the airport’s limited services.

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1 Comment

Lalaine Bazan
on June 29, 2017 at 3:09 pm

Hot and stuffy. Everything was in really poor condition, I will never travel with this airport again!